In an effort to prioritize protection and restoration efforts of fishery lakes, the mn dnr has. The dnr lists lakes and rivers as infested with certain aquatic. Water body name map grid location ramp type fish species administrator. The minnesota department of natural resources says pelican lake is one of the most fertile and productive lakes in northeastern minnesota, with a maximum depth of 38 feet and an average depth of about 10 feet and plenty of fishing structure the lake was once home to record numbers of bluegill, so much so that the mascot of the city of orr is billy bluegill, though most. The early onset and bitter cold of winter 2014 have combined to make some shallow lakes susceptible to winterkill, prompting the minnesota department of natural resources to open pelican lake in wright county to liberalized fishing until sunset on march 9. Pelican lake wright county map and sampling due to an increased interest in information about pelican lake in wright county, we have developed a more recent map of the lake. Sucks loosing a good panfishbass lake, but mn is blessed with way more fishing lakes than good waterfowl lakes. See the free topo map of pelican lake a lake in wright county minnesota on the buffalo east usgs quad map. Part of the clearwater chain of lakes connecting to augusta, caroline, grass and otter lakes. Pelican lake otter tail county, minnesota wikipedia.
Use the lakefinder to view maps and satellite images of virtually every lake in wright county. But that lake for ice fishing is where its at when it comes to big pan fish. Wright county, minnesota covers an area of approximately 710 square miles with a geographic center of 45. A historical stopping point for migrating waterfowl, pelican has undergone a restoration project aimed at improving water quality. Zillow has 3 homes for sale in pelican rapids mn matching big pelican lake. We are using the following gps coordinates latitude and longitude for the pelican lake cemetery. Map of pelican lake with 2010 aerial imagery and illustrations of lake depth contour lines.
Pelican lake is one of minnesotas premier fishing lakes but in order to bring in your limit, youre going to have to spend time learning the ropes and reefs. Pelican lake s good water clarity allows the suns rays to reach depths of 26 feet. Pelican lakes good water clarity allows the suns rays to reach depths of 26 feet. Pelican lake, minnesota community and visitors guide. Po box 7921 madison, wisconsin 537077921 call 18889367463 tty access via relay 711 from 7 a. This antique map buffalo township, pelican lake and atlas wright county 1915 are part of the historic map works, residential genealogy historical map collection, the largest digital collection of rare, ancient, old, historical, cadastral and antiquarian maps of its type. Pelican lake enhancement project minnesota department of. Pelican lake in orr mn is very fertile and productive with a variety of structure to fish. County subdivision outline map and county location index census.
Zillow has 101 homes for sale in wright county mn matching lake homes in. Central publishing company number maps in the atlas. Public water access and fishing pier maps by county. The bottom, fine for fish habitat, challenges the angler with an erratic mix of deep drops, sand bars.
Pelican lake township was organized in 1876, and named after pelican lake geography. Lake waverly montrose delano rockford hanover saint michael otsego monticello south haven clearwater a lb ertvi. Pelican lake is located six miles east of pequot lakes, minnesota, in crow wing. View pelican lake maps, satellite imagery and information, including gps coordinates, at. Pelican lake 7 119 37 37 52 94 35 35 119 119 19 albertville st.
Individual downloadable contour lake maps with stocking and survey data, fishing tips and fishing spots from local experts for over 1500 minnesota lakes. General highway map wright county minnesota 86 lake l. When fishing, anglers can expect to catch a variety of fish including black bullhead, bluegill, brown bullhead, largemouth bass, muskie, northern pike, rock bass, smallmouth bass, walleye, yellow perch, pumpkinseed. Buffalo township, pelican lake, lake pulaski full atlas title. Pelican lake township was organized in 1876, and named after pelican lake.
Wright county is covered by the following us topo map quadrants. The county seat for wright county is located in buffalo. It has recently been updated with more recent lake clarity data for 2011 and 2015 and additional water quality properties cdom and chlorophyll. A listing of all the lakes in wright county, mn with maps, driving directions, and a local area search function. There are 315 lakes in wright county mn ranging in size from 1 acres to 3,158 acres. Pelican lake best fishing report information orr, mn orr. All public water accesses are shown on the dnrs recreation compass. We currently have over 1,662,956 images available online. Wright county minnesota lakes clearwater lake fishing.
Pelican lake pelican lake pleasant lake pleasant lake pleasant lake pleasant lake pulaski lake. Lakefinder assorted data for more than 4,500 lakes and rivers throughout minnesota. Fishing reports and discussions for pelican lake, wright county minnesota fishing reports and discussions for pelican lake, wright county minnesota. Wright county weight restriction map spring 2015 wright county e. From simple political to detailed satellite map of smith lake, wright county, minnesota, united states. This additional sunlight provides pelican lake with one of the deepest weed lines in the brainerd lakes area. Download a specific pdf of one of the hundreds of lakes featured in our newly. Pelican lake topo map, otter tail county mn cormorant area. Geological survey publishes a set of the most commonly used topographic maps of the u. Pelican lake conference center brainerd lakes area mn. Minnesota dnr opens pelican lake to unlimited fishing. There were 1598 lakes found in wright county, minnesota. Pelican lake is the second largest lake in brainerd lakes area.
Wildlife management areas wmas are part of minnesota s outdoor recreation system and are established to protect those lands and waters that have a high potential for wildlife production, public hunting, trapping, fishing, and other compatible recreational uses. Specializing in northern pike, bluegill and crappie. Pelican lake best fishing report information orr, mn orr mn. Parks and pathways system plan city of monticello, mn. Family friendly resort located on pelican lake in orr minnesota. According to the united states census bureau, the township has a total area of 35.
You will enjoy 3 large decks with amazing views of pelican lake with tables, chairs, and gasgrill. Pelican lake topo map, wright county mn buffalo east area. Buffalo lies just to the southwest of the pelican lake cemetery. Pelican lake depth mapping from 1999 depth data keywords. It is approximately 38 feet deep at its deepest point. Shoreland management resources for managing shoreland. Graphic maps of the area around 45 10 22 n, 94 16 30 w. Olmsted zumbro river pdf pipestone no public water access. The pelican lake cemetery is located in wright county. Pelican lake is a lake located about seven miles north of pelican rapids, in otter tail county, minnesota, united states. Lake level minnesota volunteer lake level monitoring program. Buffalo township, pelican lake, lake pulaski, atlas. Climate 2010present buffalo, buffalo municipal airport 5.
These are the far north, south, east, and west coordinates of wright county, minnesota, comprising a rectangle that encapsulates it. Also included are several water access locations on rivers in maps used for state water trails. Pelican lake topo map, crow wing county mn pelican lake area. Maphill lets you look at smith lake, wright county, minnesota, united states from many different perspectives. Would like to know if there is a ice report on this. They are the backbone to dnrs wildlife management efforts in minnesota and are key to. Pelican lake wright county minnesota fishing general. The lake map was developed in 2007 based on work conducted by dnr wildlife in 1999 and while not totally encompassing all of the contours, it represents a better map than. Map of wright county public water accesses minnesota dnr. Each angle of view and every map style has its own advantage. Minnesota lake map downloads sportsmans connection. The lakebrowser has provided satellite derived water clarity, an indicator of lake water quality, data for over 10,000 minnesota lakes since 2002. Pelican lake, wright county minnesota fishing reports.
Glad they are trying to get a lake that was designated in the late 70s as a wildlife management lake back on track and improved for waterfowl. The minnesota dnr is working with ducks unlimited and other partners to improve water quality, enhance waterfowl habitat and provide public hunting opportunities in and around pelican lake, which has suffered from rising water levels. Pelican lake fishing guides brainerd guide service. Pelican lake is 2425 acres and located in wright county, minnesota mn. Dave orrick on pelican lake, wright county heretheyaretakeem. The latitude and longitude coordinates of pelican lake are 46. Breezy point resort 9252 breezy point drive breezy point, mn 56472 toll free. Pelican lake township is a township in grant county, minnesota, united states. Pelican lake fishing guides brainerd guide service pequot. Pelican lake map minnesota department of natural resources. Although ive lived a mile from pelican lake my whole life i have never summer fished the lake. Paul hoists two redhead ducks he shot on pelican lake in wright county, minn. Pelican lake is displayed on the cormorant usgs quad topo map. Located in northeastern minnesotas voyageur country, the orrpelican lake area offers acres of beautiful minnesota lakes.
Minnesotas lake superior coastal program federalstate partnership dedicated to the comprehensive management of coastal resources. Not all counties have maps available, due to limited amount of accesses in the county. This page provides a complete overview of smith lake maps. Examine a guide to recreational opportunities, rentals, real estate, hotels and cultural events in the water district of pelican lake. Pelican lake wisconsin department of natural resources.
Pelican lakeotter tail county rentals vacation rentals. Pelican lake is displayed on the pelican lake usgs quad topo map. I heard a story in the county paper of a guy from buffalo, mn catching a 37 inch 17 pound northern pike from the lake. These maps are also available from the dnr information center. Pelican lake duck hunting restored minnesota waterfowl. Anyone who is interested in visiting pelican lake can print the free topographic map and street map using the link above. Big pelican lake information the minnesota fishing vacation destination. Pelican lake is covered by the buffalo east, mn us topo map quadrant.
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